Looking for a that increasingly rare FULLY REMOTE position in Accounting and Finance??
COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - must have significant expertise in Percent of Completion (POC) rev rec, and Work in Process (WIP) billing.
We are looking for a Controller to oversee the company’s accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight that supports effective decision-making. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards in a construction-focused environment. Based in Houston, Texas, the role partners closely with leadership and operations teams to improve financial visibility across projects and overall business performance.
Responsibilities:
- Direct core accounting activities across the organization, including payroll, payables, receivables, and general ledger oversight.
- Lead the monthly closing cycle by reviewing reconciliations, recording accruals, and ensuring timely completion of financial records.
- Monitor project revenue and work in progress using percentage-of-completion practices for long-term construction engagements.
- Prepare and support the delivery of internal and external financial statements that align with applicable accounting standards.
- Collaborate with executives, project managers, and field leadership to evaluate financial results and support informed operational decisions.
- Oversee intercompany accounting coordination and maintain consistency in reporting across affiliated entities.
- Partner with external tax professionals and auditors by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and supporting annual review activities.
- Contribute to budgeting, cost tracking, and KPI analysis while identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improved performance.
- Review accounting workflows and project tracking processes, recommending enhancements to controls, reporting tools, and system utilization.
- Help identify financial and contractual risks on projects, support documentation efforts, and promote adherence to company and client requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA preferred.
- At least 7 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance leadership roles.
- Strong background in construction accounting, including job costing, work in progress reporting, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
- Demonstrated experience managing month-end close, account analysis, and financial reporting processes.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, tax compliance practices, and financial controls.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with accounting and project-related software systems.
- Experience supporting construction, heavy civil, roadway, asphalt, or commercial site projects is strongly preferred.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.